I am running for ALCTS Director-at-Large. Serving ALCTS at this level has been a dream of mine for the last few years. I came up in the ranks through the Continuing Resources Section, eventually serving as section chair. I also worked at the division-level on the Leadership Development Committee. So I've seen the division from the top-down and the bottom-up. This division has taught me how to be an effective and empathetic leader. And I am committed to helping it grow and thrive, whether as part of a reimagined new division or on its own.
Having served on the ALCTS Board as a section chair, I know that the Director-at-Large role is largely responsible for advocacy and support. DaL's liaise with division-level committees and vote on issue at the Board level. I'm including my statement of concern/purpose at the end of this message, but I wanted you to know that what I am most committed to, above all, is growing the next generation of technical services leaders regardless of whether they're ALCTS members or not.
Stay positive,
Erin
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Statement of concern/purpose:
An ALCTS Director-at-Large is responsible for advocacy and
support on behalf of members. I am committed to ensuring that ALCTS remains
vibrant and relevant for years to come. I believe that our members and our
online learning opportunities are the key to making that happen. Members and
non-members alike take part in our webinars, web courses, and eForums. The
ALCTS Exchange, held in 2017, brought collections and technical services
practitioners together to share ideas. As a Director-at-Large, I would advocate
for continued growth in online learning opportunities, emphasizing these
opportunities as an avenue for recruiting new members. While recruitment of
members is important, ALCTS leaders must be intentional about retaining
incumbent members. As a Director-at-Large I would support members in finding
opportunities to learn, to volunteer, and to present both in-person and
virtually. By amplifying voices of current and emerging leaders, the Division will
ensure both its relevance and longevity.
